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1st pic pre-op 264 lbs; 2nd pic current 194 lbs.

Sorry...that was supposed to read, " You have a waist!"

Wonderful progress--you look great!!!

1st pic pre-op 264 lbs; 2nd pic current 194 lbs.

goal 1: 20 lbs goal met
goal 2: 219-- lowest weight since 2005
goal 3: 199-- onederland
goal 4: 170-- last time I remember feeling comfortable in my skin
goal 5: 150-- size 10, felt great
NSV:
1: not having my arms rub on the sides of my belly when I walk
2: not being out of breathe walking up stairs
3: being able to see ALL of my body
4: looking cute in clothes
5: shopping in regular stores
6: not always eating more than everyone else
7: feeling pretty again

goal 1: 20 lbs goal met
goal 2: 219-- lowest weight since 2005
goal 3: 199-- onederland
goal 4: 170-- last time I remember feeling comfortable in my skin
goal 5: 150-- size 10, felt great
NSV:
1: not having my arms rub on the sides of my belly when I walk
2: not being out of breathe walking up stairs
3: being able to see ALL of my body
4: looking cute in clothes
5: shopping in regular stores
6: not always eating more than everyone else
7: feeling pretty again

I haven't been posting lately because honestly.. im not sure what else to say.. I have had one hell of a journey these past 6 months.. and I feel terrific.. I just want to let anyone out there that worried know.. if you work your sleeve it will work for you!!!!! I couldn't be happier.. Im not even sure that I want to hit goal because im really happy with where i am at right now.. i always said that around 160 would be good for me because i have a lot more muscle than most so at a heavier weight I think I look ok.. So instead of waiting to hit goal I am officially posting my before and after pic. Again a huge thank u too all of you for your support during my journey I hope I can be a support for others on their journey!
anthem lap band policy.pdf me at my heaviest
weightlossticker.bmp just before surgery in oct 2011
one month post op
2 months post op
3 monst post op
4 months post op
5 months post op
...............................DRUM ROLL PLEASE!!!!!!....................
I TOOK THIS PICTURE YESTERDAY ----TODAY IS OFFICIALLY 6 MONTHS POST OP FOR ME!

my doc says its ok in moderation like EVERYTHING else post op, including alcohol and such. I have a medium iced vanilla latte everyday, a diet coke everyday, and I have about 3 beers a week on average! Made goal in 8 months, easily maintain my weight, and I am happy and healthy, and not deprived.

the reason we can't have it is because we are at increased risk for developing ulcers. Caffeine has been shown to lead to stomach ulcers.

Update
Surgery done; no complications; comfortable at hospital and well cared for
:-)

My surgery date is August 16. I started my pre-op diet yesterday. it was not bad at all. Protein Shake for Breakfast and lunch, fruit, chicken, small baked potato, Jello. Today is going well so far. Looking forward to being on the losers bench. I have been stalking this forum for months, so decided to chime in. The approval process was a breeze!

Hi I have the same surgery date! I am starting my pre op diet on Monday and WOW! I am so ready!! Good luck! I get sleeved at 8am!

i uploaded before and after pics to my gallery! check them out.
started at 273lbs.
size 18-20 in stretch jeans.
had surgery on dec 20, 2011.
diagnosed with leak at 5wks postop.
now weigh 176lbs.
size 8-10 in stretch jeans.
short term goal: 165lbs by aug 26th (my birthday)
long term goal: 145lbs
EDIT: ive decided to push for 155lbs for my birthday! & a long term goal of 145- 135lbs. i never thought id want to lose so much but hey! it is what it is!
i started the gym on july 6th for the first time since having surgery! i have a goal to reach people!!!